Abdessamad Nhairy came to the US from Morocco in 1989.  Before coming to the US, he worked for the American Language Center in Casablanca.  After arriving in the US, Mr. Nhairy went back to school and  pursued his education in the tour and travel industry.  In 1994, he opened a new travel agency to promote Morocco as an exotic destination to American travelers. 

With his strong background in the hospitality industry, he held several management positions in different franchise hotels such as Choice Hotels and Best Western International. In 1997, Mr. Nhairy was offered an opportunity to work for Hotel Financial Services, Inc.  The company owns hotels and a tour company.  Mr. Nhairy held the position of general manager for the tour company.  Later on, Mr. Nhairy was promoted to the company’s corporate office as the corporate director of sales and marketing. 

As a member of the American Bus and National Tour Associations, Mr. Nhairy represents his company at many tour and travel conventions.  He is also an active member of the Washington Moroccan Club.  Mr. Nhairy hopes to see Morocco become a top tourist destination for Americans.